About this opportunity
AI summaryThe Township of Mantua seeks qualifications to appoint a Township Planner to provide professional planning and zoning support for the Land Use Board. Duties include conducting research studies, preparing comprehensive plans for area renewal, reviewing development matters, and advising the board. Eligible respondents include individuals or planner firms whose members are licensed to practice planning in New Jersey, with work performed offsite by USA organizations. Applicants must deliver one original signed proposal by December 2, 2026, at 3:00 P.M. Submissions must include proposed hourly rates, proof of professional liability insurance, a Non-Collusion Affidavit, and a Stockholder Disclosure Certification. The Land Use Board awards the contract for a one-year term based on qualifications, experience, references, and cost competitiveness.
Buyer and opportunity details
- Client
- Township of Mantua
Scope of work
- Undertake research studies and prepare and recommend a comprehensive plan for area renewal, conservation, rehabilitation, or redevelopment
- Review and submit written comments upon all proposals to amend zoning ordinances, subdivision ordinances, official maps, and standards ordinances
- Make recommendations for updating and revising ordinances or adopting new related ordinances
- Maintain the official zoning map and keep it up to date
- Provide information to the public on community development problems and develop citizen participation programs
- Attend Land Use Board meetings and render required professional services and opinions
- Render additional professional services and opinions as required by the Township Committee or Administrator
- Assist other departments in the development of specific projects
How proposals are evaluated
| Criterion | Weight / scoring |
|---|---|
| Qualifications of the individual or firms who will perform the service or activity | Not specified |
| Experience and references | Not specified |
| Ability to perform the service or activity in a timely fashion, including staffing and staff familiarity | Not specified |
| Cost Competitiveness | Not specified |
Minimum qualifications
- Duly licensed planner of the State of New Jersey (or firm where all members are licensed to practice planning in New Jersey)
Documents to include with your response
- Original signed copy of complete proposal
- Request for Proposal Checklist
- Non-Collusion Affidavit properly notarized
- Stockholder Disclosure Certification
- Authorized signatures on all forms
- Disclosure of Contributions to NJ ELEC
- Business Registration Certificate(s)
- Proposed cost of service(s) including hourly rates and expense structures
- Documentation of professional liability/malpractice insurance coverage
- Compliance statement for N.J.S.A. 10:5-1 et seq. and P.L. 1975, c.127 (Affirmative Action)
Key dates
- Submission deadline
- December 2, 2026 3:00 P.M.
How to submit
- Method
- Hard copy
- Instructions
- Address proposals to Township of Mantua, Attn: Jennica Bileci, Township Administrator, 401 Main Street, Mantua, NJ 08051. Submit one (1) copy.
Contract details
- Term
- One (1) year from date of award
- Insurance and bonding
- Documentation that insurance for professional liability/malpractice coverage with limits as to liability acceptable to the Township.